Electrical Design Intern

DBR; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

DBR seeks an Electrical Design Intern to support power distribution, lighting design, and building systems across Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio. You will work with engineers to develop diagrams, perform code-based analyses, and assist with submittals in a fast-paced team environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s in Architectural Engineering and are eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiar with AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution diagrams and one-line diagrams.
• Develop interior and exterior lighting plans based on photometric layouts and codes.
• Apply NEC, IECC, ASHRAE, NFPA and IBC standards.
• Calculate electrical service sizes, conductor sizing and derating.
• Review submittals during construction and respond to contractor questions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We're looking for talented engineers and designers to help us grow.

HIRING AN ELECTRICAL DESIGN INTERN IN HOUSTON, DALLAS, AND SAN ANTONIO

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Design requirements and concepts for power distribution diagrams, one-line diagrams, lighting, lighting controls, receptacles layout and circuiting to HVAC and plumbing equipment.
• Develop interior and exterior lighting plans based on photometric layouts and energy codes (IECC) and lighting control systems based on IECC and owner requirements.
• Use the National Electrical Code (NEC), energy codes (IECC and ASHRAE) NFPA 101, life safety other NFPA section and IBC.
• Understand the NEC to properly calculate electrical service, sizes, design electrical distribution systems using the proper conductor sizes, conductor derating and AIC ratings.
• Review submittals during the construction phase and respond to contractor questions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiar with AutoCAD/Revit.
• Ability to communicate and work with others as part of a project team.
• Works well in a fast-paced environment.
• Show a willingness to learn and ask questions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.